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Exhibiting at International Food & Drink Event (IFE) 2025

1250d
ExCeL London
17 Mar - 19 Mar, 2025

Product Offerings

Products:

Brânzeturi Maturate: Brânza Maturată de Colțești cu Trufe 200g, Brânza Maturată cu Nucă de Colțești 200g, Brânza Maturată cu Cimbru de Colțești 200g

Brânzeturi Artizanale: Floare de Colț 300g, Cas Bine Făcut de Colțești 235g

Unt: Unt de Casă de Colțești 200g, Unt cu Trufe 150g

Produse Proaspete: Brânză Proaspătă de Vacă de Colțești 500g, Smântână Adevărată 400g de Colțești

De Colțești S.R.L. is a distinguished Romanian dairy and cheese producer located in the heart of the Trascău Mountains, in Colțești, Alba County. Renowned for its artisanal, small-batch production and traditional methods, the company crafts high-quality cheeses and dairy products that reflect the region’s rich culinary heritage. With a deep-rooted philosophy of authenticity, sustainability, and craftsmanship, De Colțești has established itself as one of Romania’s premier producers of matured and fresh dairy delicacies.

Company Overview

Founded with a vision to revive and preserve traditional Romanian cheesemaking practices, De Colțești combines rural heritage with modern hygiene standards to deliver artisanal excellence. The company sources its milk exclusively from local cows grazing on the natural pastures of the Apuseni Mountains, ensuring purity, traceability, and superior nutritional value.

Product Portfolio

De Colțești offers a range of matured, fresh, and flavored cheeses, alongside rich, farm-style butter and sour cream. The product lineup is designed for discerning consumers who value traditional taste, natural ingredients, and handcrafted quality.

Brânzeturi Maturate (Matured Cheeses)

  • Brânza Maturată de Colțești cu Trufe 200g
  • Brânza Maturată cu Nucă de Colțești 200g
  • Brânza Maturată cu Cimbru de Colțești 200g

These cheeses undergo natural maturation processes, typically aged for 60–180 days, and are infused with local ingredients like truffles, walnut, or thyme for gourmet appeal.

Brânzeturi Artizanale (Artisanal Cheeses)

  • Floare de Colț 300g: A signature hard cheese with a robust mountain flavor
  • Cas Bine Făcut de Colțești 235g: Traditional semi-soft cheese aged to perfection

Unt (Butter)

  • Unt de Casă de Colțești 200g: Traditional churned farm butter
  • Unt cu Trufe 150g: Gourmet butter blended with truffle essence

Produse Proaspete (Fresh Dairy)

  • Brânză Proaspătă de Vacă de Colțești 500g: Fresh cow’s cheese ideal for breakfast or cooking
  • Smântână Adevărată 400g de Colțești: Thick, creamy sour cream made with natural fermentation

Unique Selling Proposition

De Colțești distinguishes itself through:

  • Traditional Processing: No industrial shortcuts—cheese is produced using time-honored, artisanal methods.
  • Local Raw Materials: Milk sourced from small-scale mountain farmers within a 30 km radius.
  • Clean Labeling: No artificial preservatives, colorants, or flavor enhancers.
  • Sustainability: Focused on ecological farming and low environmental impact.

Production and Infrastructure

Operating from a modernized but rural-based facility, De Colțești’s production adheres to:

  • EU food hygiene and safety regulations
  • Manual processing combined with automated packaging to preserve quality and scalability
  • In-house maturation rooms optimized for temperature and humidity control
  • Annual production capacity estimated at over 20 metric tons of cheese and dairy

Market Reach

While De Colțești primarily serves the Romanian domestic market, its products are also available in:

  • Gourmet food shops and delicatessens
  • Artisan cheese festivals and fairs
  • Selected retail chains specializing in local or premium food products
  • Online boutique retailers and farm-to-table delivery services

With increasing interest from European buyers, De Colțești is exploring export channels for matured cheese SKUs under the “De Colțești” brand.

Certifications and Compliance

De Colțești complies with all Romanian and EU food safety directives. While no public ISO or HACCP certification is listed, the company maintains:

  • ANSVSA (Romanian Food Safety Authority) compliance
  • Rigorous in-house quality controls
  • Regular audits and traceability protocols for all batches

Target Market

De Colțești serves a premium segment of customers including:

  • Urban health-conscious consumers
  • Gourmet chefs and restaurants
  • Slow food advocates
  • Cheese connoisseurs seeking regional specialties

The company appeals to consumers who value provenance, craftsmanship, and natural ingredients.

Customer Feedback and Brand Position

The brand has built a strong reputation for quality, regularly receiving praise across:

  • Local food blogs and culinary reviewers
  • Social media platforms like Facebook, where community interaction and product updates are shared
  • Artisan food events, where its matured cheeses frequently sell out and receive high acclaim

Achievements and Recognition

  • Floare de Colț cheese listed among Romania’s Top 10 Artisan Cheeses by multiple food publications
  • Participation in Transylvanian Gastronomy Festivals and Alba County Food Weeks
  • Recognized by Romanian Ministry of Agriculture for supporting local sourcing and sustainable rural development
  • Collaborations with local tourism boards to promote gastronomic tourism

De Colțești S.R.L. remains committed to protecting its artisanal roots while advancing sustainable rural food production. By fusing Romanian tradition with high standards of quality and authenticity, the company continues to enrich the local and regional food landscape, offering a taste of the mountains in every bite.